Emmy Russell brings a fresh perspective to Burt Bacharach and Hal David ‘s timeless composition, “Trains and Boats and Planes,” the latest single from the forthcoming tribute album “Melodic Genius: The Songs of Burt Bacharach and Hal David,” due in 2027 via StarVista Music. Originally recorded by Bacharach himself in 1965, Russell’s interpretation adds a contemporary touch to the song while showcasing her enchanting vocals and down-to-earth charm that have made her one of music’s most beloved new artists. Stream “Trains and Boats and Planes” HERE.
For a songwriter like Russell, the song offers an opportunity to collaborate on an artistic level with the work of the two icons. Her voice brings a combination of vulnerability, warmth and grace, complementing Bacharach and David’s sophisticated songwriting with fresh authenticity and connecting its themes of longing and distance with the heartfelt storytelling that defines her artistry.
A gifted singer-songwriter, Russell first gained widespread national attention as a Top 5 finalist on Season 22 of American Idol in 2024, where she won over millions of viewers with her original music and artistry. Her deeply personal original song “skinny,” which she performed during her American Idol audition, has amassed several million streams across multiple platforms and the accompanying video has received more than 40 million combined views. Russell continues to build her career beyond the television spotlight and the musical legacy of her grandmother Loretta Lynn, with performances at the Grand Ole Opry and at CMA Fest, a tour with Megan Moroney and more.  
“Trains and Boats and Planes” was previously recorded by Dionne Warwick, Chet Baker, The Everly Brothers, Dinah Shore, Dwight Yoakum and more. It is the second single from “Melodic Genius,” following Neal McCoy’s interpretation of “Alfie,” which was released over the summer. It will appear on the forthcoming album, “Melodic Genius: The Songs of Burt Bacharach and Hal David,” that honors the enduring legacy of one of the most celebrated composers in the history of American popular music. The compilation reimagines their most renowned hits with inspired interpretations, produced by the award-winning production team of Ed Seay, Joe Chemay and Biff Watson in partnership with StarVista Music. It combines timeless songwriting with the voices of legendary country stars and rising artists including Peyton Aldridge, Jason Canela, Crystal Gayle, Tracy Lawrence, Lauren Lucas, Neal McCoy, Wendy Moten, Cherie Oakley, Rissi Palmer, Lee Brice & Tanya Tucker (in a duet) and Emmy Russell.
The duo of Bacharach and David is one of the most successful songwriting partnerships in American music history. They produced an extraordinary catalog of songs known for their sophisticated harmonic structures, unexpected time-signature changes and inventive jazz-influenced melodies. Their creative partnership yielded more than 70 Top 40 hits in the United States alone and an additional 52 in the United Kingdom. Bacharach earned six GRAMMY Awards, three Academy Awards, an Emmy Award and, alongside David, the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song.
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“Melodic Genius: The Songs of Burt Bacharach and Hal David” Track Listing:
1. What the World Needs Now – Peyton Aldridge                           
2. One Less Bell to Answer – Wendy Moten                         
3. Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head – Lee Brice & Tanya Tucker  
4. The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance – Tracy Lawrence                           
5. Planes and Boats and Trains – Emmy Russell                        
6. Walk on By – Lauren Lucas                          
7. I’ll Never Fall in Love Again – Crystal Gayle                          
 8. Anyone Who Had a Heart – Cherie Oakley                        
9. The Look of Love – Jason Canela                          
10. Do You Know the Way to San Jose – Rissi Palmer                  
11. Alfie – Neal McCoy              
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Emmy Russell brings a fresh perspective to Burt Bacharach and Hal David ‘s timeless composition, “Trains and Boats and Planes,” the latest single from the forthcoming tribute album “Melodic Genius: The Songs of Burt Bacharach and Hal David,” due in 2027 via StarVista Music. Originally recorded by Bacharach himself...